natural pest repellent

Discussion in 'Garden Pest Management and Identification' started by madhatter, Aug 12, 2008.

  1. madhatter

    madhatter Active Member

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    Hi does anyone have ideas about natural herbs or other plants I can grow in the garden that will deter ants particularly but also the other little buggers that chomp and chow down on our plants? I have found that rosemary seems to keep the aphids off my Alexander rose. The rosemary is planted almost right underneath it. Do you think that rosemary may help? I have ants and want to find something natural (okay if it has to be toxic, note that too) to keep them at bay. I have heard marigolds help. are there perennials that I can plant about the yard?

    On a slightly different note: I have been using Leaf Shine which has Neem Oil in it on my roses as recommended. Anyone have any feedback?
    Thanks
    Steph in Abbotsford BC Zone 8
     

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